Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle is an independent school in Kensington And Chelsea for pupils aged 2 to 19. It has 3,420 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle is Good, from an inspection in November 2024. In 2017 its average Attainment 8 score was 10.4, and 15% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: November 2024. GCSE results: 2017. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 35 Cromwell Road London SW7 2DG |
| Phone | 02075846322 |
| Reference Number | 100547 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 3420 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.91%
Girls: 50.09% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle has made significant improvements since its previous inspection, where it was rated inadequate. The school now demonstrates good overall effectiveness and excels in providing an outstanding quality of education, particularly in early years and some subject areas. With a well-structured curriculum, the school prepares students effectively for future pathways, fostering a respectful and inclusive learning environment. However, there are some gaps in the personal development support, particularly related to the PSHE curriculum and careers guidance for certain year groups. This newly compliant status, coupled with a bilingual educational approach, places the school in a strong position within its community.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Oct 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Sep 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 15 Nov 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 05 Nov 2013 | Emergency inspection |
| 28 Nov 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2011 | Monitoring inspection |
| 01 Apr 2009 | Light touch inspection |
| 20 Mar 2006 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education in early years
- Ambitious curriculum that aligns French and English standards
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities
- Strong focus on reading and phonics leading to fluent reading skills
- Vibrant extra-curricular activities that involve all students
- Pupils demonstrate respectful behavior and feel safe at school
- Effective safeguarding practices and a secure culture
Areas for Improvement
- PSHE programme not fully implemented across all year groups
- Limited career guidance for pupils in Years 7 to 9
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 10.4 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 15% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 16% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Points
| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 41.23 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 41.97 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B+ | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 40.9% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 10.8% of pupils at Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.2% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle is Good, from an inspection in November 2024.
When was Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle last inspected by Ofsted?
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle was last inspected in November 2024.
How many pupils does Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle have?
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle has 3,420 pupils on roll.
What age range does Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle cover?
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle for pupils aged 2 to 19.
What are Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle's GCSE results?
In 2017 its average Attainment 8 score was 10.4, and 15% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle?
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle is at 35 Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2DG.